Preparation method

Transfer to an oiled bowl, cover with a tea towel and leave in a warm place for about an hour until well risen.

Tip the mix out onto a floured surface and knead to knock out any air pockets.You can add some rosemary into the dough if you like - I alwaysprefer it like this!!Roll the dough into an oval-like shape about 2cm/¾in thick. Transfer to an oiled baking tray.

Firmly press your fingers into the surface to 'pit' the surface. For the topping, drizzle with olive oil and lightly grind sea salt over the top.

Put a small sprig of rosemary and an olive into each pit.

Cover with a tea towel and set the loaf aside for another 20 minutes.

Preheat the oven to 200C/400F/Gas 6.

Transfer the loaf to the middle shelf of the oven and cook for about 15 minutes until golden brown.